BRATTLEBORO — The action taken by the Brattleboro Housing Authority, under orders from Brattleboro town officials, to halt repairs on Melrose Terrace units is unconscionable [The Commons, Oct. 29 and Nov. 3].
Surely there must be some means by which work permits or occupancy certificates can be issued that will allow displaced residents the opportunity to return to what will most likely be their final independent living experience.
These folks are anxious, confused, and most likely depressed at having been removed from their homes these past couple of months.
Have we reached that point where bureaucracy takes precedence over providing comfortable housing to our seniors - those same people who worked to make Brattleboro what it is today?
I frequently came across “The Vermont Way” phrase in reference to Irene recovery efforts throughout the state. Is it now “The Vermont Way” to prevent our seniors from returning to their homes?